Little Western Wall, Ancient prayer site in Old City, Jerusalem, Israel.
The Little Western Wall is a stone structure nestled in a narrow alley within the Muslim Quarter, forming part of the larger Western Wall complex. The wall rises along the alley passage and consists of massive blocks stacked together, with some sections showing different ages of construction.
This wall was built during the Second Temple period, when the temple stood from around the 6th century BCE until 70 CE. It served as part of the retaining wall system that supported the temple's western side throughout that era.
Visitors leave written prayers tucked between the stones, following a tradition that connects people to the sacred space. Men and women pray together here, creating a shared spiritual experience that feels more open than some other prayer sites in the Old City.
The site is open throughout the day for visitors to approach and pray, accessed through the narrow lanes of the Old City. Small stalls nearby sell prayer items, though the tight alley space means the location can feel crowded during peak visiting hours.
This location holds special geographical significance because it sits closer to where the Holy of Holies is believed to have stood than the main Western Wall section does. For many visitors, this closer proximity to the temple's innermost sanctuary makes the prayers feel more direct.
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